Student Services Spotlight
Student Services Spotlight
Sem 2 Schedule Changes Grade 11 & 12 students can book an appointment in Student Services. Grade 9 & 10 students please see an Assistant Principal. If your request is a simple straight forward one you may use QR Code that will be available soon for “easy changes” for example, simple dropping a class that does not require other changes to your schedule. Please watch your EDSBY for messages regarding your request. Last day to request a Sem 2 Schedule Change is Thursday, January 30, 2025.
POST SECONDARY
Grade 12’s: February 15 is an important admission date for several post secondary programs. Some examples are: U of R/Sask Poly Nursing, SaskPoly competitive programs (like Dental Hygiene), U of S: Education, Kinesiology…and to be eligible for competitive scholarships. If you have a program in mind be sure to check admission dates!!!
For those interested in a future in agriculture:
Grade 12 Saskatchewan students and recent high school/GED graduates (within the last two years) have the chance to win a grand-prize scholarship of $6,000 or one of three runner-up scholarships of $3,000 when they submit a three-minute video or 1,000-word essay on solutions to challenges in agriculture. This year’s scholarship theme asks young people to clearly articulate a challenge that the agriculture industry faces, with special consideration to how this affects public trust in agriculture, then explore creative solutions to solving the challenge.
Visit: Saskatchewan.ca/ag-scholarship; or contact agriculture.scholarship@gov.sk.ca
U of R Half-Price Application Week is happening from February 3 - 9. The application fee, typically $100, is now reduced to just $50 for this limited-time offer. Use the coupon code HALFPRICE when submitting their application! *Please note: International students (students on a study visa) and Graduate students are not eligible for the reduced application fee.*
University of Alberta Getaway – Opportunity of Grade 11 Students!
WHO: 20 Grade 11 students from across Canada WHEN: May 9 – 11, 2025 WHERE: University of Alberta Augustana Campus, Camrose Alberta Your adventure will include transportation reimbursement (up to a maximum based on location) and accommodations APPLY BY JANUARY 31, 2025 at uab.ca/getaway
Sask Polytechnic
WITT (Women in Trades and Technology) has an amazing opportunity for those interested in Automotive Service Tech, Carpentry, Commercial Pilot or Plumbing! Email robin.reynolds@saskpolytech.ca with questions or call 306 659 4800 to register. Feb 24 is the deadline to register. Posters in Student Services and on the Student Notice Board by the SRC Kiosk.
SIEC
SPOTLIGHT ON LAW
Wednesday, February 12 (9:00 AM – 11:30 AM) @ University of Saskatchewan College of Law
• Students in grades 11 – 12 are invited to spend a half-day learning about career pathways in the law profession through the University of Saskatchewan’s College of Law. Students wil hear from professionals in the industry, tour the college, learn about the admissions process, and participate in an activity with faculty and college students.
• Students must find transportation to and from the university campus.
• Apply via the QR Code or the SIEC website.
• Application Deadline: Wednesday, February 5 To apply to attend career exploration event, visit:
SPOTLIGHT ON CAREERS IN BUSINESS & ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Wednesday, February 26 (9:30 AM – 2:30 PM) @ Edwards School of Business (U of S Campus) and Sask Polytech
• Students in grades 10 – 12 are invited to apply for the Spotlight on Business & Entrepreneurship event where they will explore various programs at Edwards School of Business, participate in activities, and visit Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s main campus to learn from students, faculty, and a local entrepreneur.
• Students attend the entire day. Bussing is provided between locations, but students must find transportation to and from the event.
• Apply via the QR Code or the SIEC website.
• Application Deadline: Wednesday, February 12 To apply to attend this career exploration event, visit
http://www.saskatooniec.ca/BUSINESS
CULINARY BOOTCAMP Interested in cooking or baking? If you find being in a kitchen is one of your favourite places, apply now for the Culinary Skills Bootcamp. Learn skills and knowledge from Saskpolytech qualified instructors in an industrial fitted kitchen. Application deadline is Tuesday, February 11. See student services for hardcopy applications or scan the QR Code on the Poster or go to the website listed below.
- Tuesdays from 4-8pm beginning March 4
- A high school credit will NOT be offered this year
- Open to students in grades 10-12
- More info and fillable forms are available at www.saskatooniec.ca/culinary
- Application deadline is Tuesday, February 11
AUTOBODY BOOTCAMP Do you enjoy working on cars? If you are interested in a career in the automotive industry, apply now for the Autobody bootcamp that include hands-on sessions in welding, patchwork and painting! Application deadline is Tuesday, February 11. See student services for hardcopy applications or scan the QR Code on the Poster or go to the website listed below.
- Tuesdays from 4:30 – 7:30 beginning February 25
- Open to students in grades 10-12
- More info and fillable forms available at www.saskatooniec.ca/autobody
- Application deadline is Tuesday, February 11
SCHOLARSHIPS
Schulich Scholarship applications are in student services. They are due by January 20th.’
What are Schulich Leader Scholarships?
Schulich Leader Scholarships are Canada’s most coveted undergraduate STEM scholarships. One hundred are awarded to entrepreneurial-minded high school graduates enrolling in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math program at 20 partner universities across Canada. Half are valued at $120,000 for engineering scholarships and half are valued at $100,000* for science and math scholarships. Every high school in Canada can nominate one graduating student each year to apply for the scholarship
Affinity Credit Union Scholarships!
Elwood Harvey Co-operative Leadership Program – for Grade 11 students
This is a unique and rewarding opportunity for students to learn about money, leadership, co-operatives and a whole lot more. This program is designed for young Affinity Credit Union members who aspire to make a big difference in their community and each winner will receive $2,500 to fund their education. More information can be found here.
The deadline to apply is February 9th, 2025.
To be eligible to apply, students (or their parent or guardian) must be a member of Affinity Credit Union.
Build a Better World Scholarship – for Grade 12 students or anyone entering their first year of secondary schooling
For those planning to attend their first year of university, college or trade school within the next year. Each year, we award a $1,000 scholarship to 30 people starting their post-secondary education. More information can be found here.
The deadline to apply is April 30th, 2025.
If one or more of your students are selected as scholarship recipients, we’d love the opportunity to celebrate their success by presenting at your awards ceremony! If this is possible, just let us know dates, times, and any other important details so we can make arrangements to attend.
If you or your students have any questions, please email us at community@affinitycu.ca
